1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 408 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |