2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 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 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | Blenheim | 109 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |