1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Bristol 409 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 409 | Type S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |