1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 42 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 149 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 408 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
