1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1994 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 256 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1994 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | 3-Litre | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |