1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 179 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 775 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
| Model | Blenheim | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
