1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3157 mm |
