1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1949 Bristol 400

To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 575 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Bristol Blenheim 1949 Bristol 400
Make Bristol Bristol
Model Blenheim 400
Year Released 1996 1949
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1971 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2900 mm


 

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