1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 625 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | A 60 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
