1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 33 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
