1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 59 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1948 Alvis TB 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
