1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride 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 303 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride 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 | 1964 Renault Floride | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | Blenheim | Floride |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |