1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | Blenheim | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
