1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
