1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 46 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1949 Alvis TA 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:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 1995 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
