1974 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 52 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | AMC | Bristol |
| Model | Matador | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
