1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XF |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
