1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 68 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | 420G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
