1953 Alvis TC vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alvis | Jensen |
| Model | TC | FF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
