1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Bristol Blenheim

To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1960 Abarth 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 600 1995 Bristol Blenheim
Make Abarth Bristol
Model 600 Blenheim
Year Released 1960 1995
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 5896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 595 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2910 mm