1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 43 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 275 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. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1950 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1950 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 14 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
