1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 633 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 404 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |
