1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 47 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 560 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XJS |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |