1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 149 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 410 | XF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 69 L |
