1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Bristol Blenheim 1968 Toyota Crown
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim Crown
Year Released 1993 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 2599 cc
Horse Power 228 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2750 mm


 

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