1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 406 | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 54 L |