1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 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 160 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
