1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1957 BMW 600 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alvis TB 14 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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 TB 14 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1710 mm |
