1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 250 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 407 | XJ |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |