1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 412 | XJ |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |