1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 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 7 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 408 | Type S |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |