1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 54 kg more than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Bristol | Studebaker |
| Model | Blenheim | Commander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
