1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 320 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TB 14 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
