1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1998 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 570 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 400 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
