1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ 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 286 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 606 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Blenheim | EJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
