1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Alpine | Bristol |
Model | A 106 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |