1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
