1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
