1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
