1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK 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 XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 95 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XK |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
