1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 408 | XF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
