1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1949 Bristol 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XK |
Year Released | 1949 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |