2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 349 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
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 Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2003 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2003 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | Fighter | XJR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 89 L |
