1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 52 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 623 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 403 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
