1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 29 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 398 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 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TA 14 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
