1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 53 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (297 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 655 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Bravo has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | Blenheim | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
