1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona 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 149 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona 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 | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | Blenheim | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |