1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 48 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 590 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.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 406 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
