1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 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 181 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | Blenheim | 127 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |