1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | Blenheim | 240 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |