1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva 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 293 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 954 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Festiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |