1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1952 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1952 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 401 | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
