1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
