1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 192 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 785 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 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 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
| Model | Blenheim | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
