1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 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 184 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Bristol | Skoda |
| Model | Blenheim | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
