1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark 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 196 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
