1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Bitter | Bristol |
Model | Diplomat | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |