1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1970 Peugeot 204

To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 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 181 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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, 1970 Peugeot 204, 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 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.

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1996 Bristol Blenheim 1970 Peugeot 204
Make Bristol Peugeot
Model Blenheim 204
Year Released 1996 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1130 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2610 mm