2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alvis |
| Model | XJ6 | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
