1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Zastava 750

To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 750 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 321 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1978 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1978 Zastava 750 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 1978 Zastava 750
Make Bristol Zastava
Model Blenheim 750
Year Released 1998 1978
Engine Size 5898 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 351 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2010 mm


 

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