1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 555 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 403 | XK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
