1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Bristol Blenheim

To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 127 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 736 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1994 Bristol Blenheim
Make Alfa Romeo Bristol
Model Giulia Blenheim
Year Released 1974 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 440 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1746 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2910 mm


 

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