1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 408 | XK |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |