1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TC 108 G | XJS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
