1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 158 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | Blenheim | Luce |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |