1956 Bristol 405 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 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 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 249 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 506 kg more than 1956 Bristol 405. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 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 Bristol 405 | 2004 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 405 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
