1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 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 138 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | Blenheim | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |