1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 60 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 25 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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.
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1949 Alvis TB 14 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TB 14 | C |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |