1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 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:
| 1950 Alvis TA 14 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
