1971 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 143 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1995 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | Touring | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |