1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1955 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 403 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
