1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 62 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJR has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
