1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 134 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
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 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 409 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
