1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 169 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | 17 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |