2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 43 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 375 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alvis |
| Model | S-Type | TD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
