1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK 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 60 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 287 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Bristol | Daimler |
Model | Blenheim | DK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |