1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 147 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 412 | XJR |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |