1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 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 134 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 811 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
