1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2004 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 600 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
