1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 314 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
| Model | Blenheim | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
