1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alvis TB 14 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 14 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
