1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Miura 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 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
Model | Blenheim | Miura |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |