1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 161 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Bristol Blenheim 1966 Toyota Corolla
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim Corolla
Year Released 1995 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5896 cc 1164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2290 mm


 

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