1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 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 295 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 14 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
