1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 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) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 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 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | Blenheim | A 109 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |