1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 312 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 804 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1957 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1957 Skoda 440 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 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Bristol | Skoda |
Model | Blenheim | 440 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |