1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1962 Bristol 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 407 | XK |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |