1950 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 21 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Alvis TB 14 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 14 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
