1967 AC 428 vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 257 kg more than 1967 AC 428. 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | 428 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
