1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 1 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1994 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Bitter | Bristol |
Model | Diplomat | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |