1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Alvis TC 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TC 21 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
