1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1949 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1955 AC 2-Litre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
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:
| 1955 AC 2-Litre | 1949 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | 2-Litre | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
