1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TB 21 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| 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 |
