1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 26 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 420 kg more than 1949 Alvis TB 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. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1949 Alvis TB 14 has manual transmission. 1949 Alvis TB 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TB 14 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Alvis | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TB 14 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |
