1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409. 1966 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 409 | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2752 mm |
