2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1950 Peugeot 203

To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 816 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bristol Blenheim 1950 Peugeot 203
Make Bristol Peugeot
Model Blenheim 203
Year Released 2000 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 44 HP
Torque 500 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 924 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2590 mm


 

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