1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 28 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 23 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
