1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 63 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 220 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
