1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 61 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
