1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 60 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 403 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3157 mm |
