1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 774 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Allard | Bristol |
Model | Palm Beach | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |