1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 129 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407. 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) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 407 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
