1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce 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 139 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
