1979 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | Marina | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |