1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 671 kg more than 1954 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 403 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
