1950 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 255 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 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 14 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
