1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 408 | XJ |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |