1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 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 157 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
