1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 25 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
