1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | Blenheim | FF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
