1947 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 460 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | 16 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
