1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK 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 42 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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:
| 1949 Alvis TB 14 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TB 14 | XK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 212 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 | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
