1950 Bristol 450 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 743 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 450 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 450 | XK |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
