1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
