1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 84 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 409 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
