1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 37 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 45 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 14 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 73.6 mm |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
