1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 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 (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3157 mm |
