1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 410 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Spider | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
