1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 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 253 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 650 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Blenheim | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |