1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | Blenheim | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3190 mm |
