1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | Blenheim | 62 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3300 mm |