1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Bristol 408 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 408 | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
