1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 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 264 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | Blenheim | 403 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
