1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L 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 306 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 915 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bristol | Skoda |
| Model | Blenheim | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
