1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus 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 297 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Taunus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |