1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 1957 BMW 501 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1957 BMW 501.
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 TB 14 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
