1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century 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 223 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | Blenheim | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |