1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | GT | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
