1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 412 | XF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2909 mm |