1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (529 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | 2-Litre | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 105 L |
