1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TB 21 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
