1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 450 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | Type S |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |