1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 15 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 600 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 14 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
