1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 434 kg more than 1949 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 401 | XK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
