2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | Fighter | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 86 L |