1959 BMW 600 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 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 330 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1959 BMW 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 600 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2910 mm |