1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1995 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 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 13 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1995 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 407 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
