1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim 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 238 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2001 Morgan 4 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 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Morgan |
| Model | Blenheim | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
