1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 705 kg more than 1951 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 401 | XJS |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |