1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 252 kg more than 1964 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 408 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |
