1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 18 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 20 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | Blenheim | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |