1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1973 Audi Fox

To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox 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 276 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 828 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1973 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1973 Audi Fox 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.

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1998 Bristol Blenheim 1973 Audi Fox
Make Bristol Audi
Model Blenheim Fox
Year Released 1998 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 351 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 912 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2550 mm