1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
