2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alvis |
| Model | XKR | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
