1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
