1953 Alvis TC vs. 1953 Jensen 541
To start off, both 1953 Alvis TC and 1953 Jensen 541 were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen 541 (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 211 kg more than 1953 Jensen 541.
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:
1953 Alvis TC | 1953 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Alvis | Jensen |
Model | TC | 541 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |