1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 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 328 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Trabant |
| Model | Blenheim | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
