2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | Fighter | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
