1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alvis |
| Model | XK | TD |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
