1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 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 122 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Bristol | Rover |
Model | Blenheim | P5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |