1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1957 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 412 | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |