1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Bristol | GAZ |
| Model | Blenheim | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
