1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 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) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | Blenheim | 411 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |