1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1950 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 932 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 401 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
