1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce 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 280 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
