2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (529 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | Blenheim | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
