1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 63 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14.
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. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1949 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1949 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| 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 | 64 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
