1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 35 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TB 21 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
