1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont 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 95 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 419 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Blenheim | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
