1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 340 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 401 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 81 L |
