1959 Alvis TD vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 381 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alvis | Jaguar |
| Model | TD | XJS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
