1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 335 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 204 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3032 mm |
