1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 274 kg more than 1952 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 401 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
