1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. Both 1998 Bristol Blenheim and 1978 Bristol 412 are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
Make | Bristol | Bristol |
Model | Blenheim | 412 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |