2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1960 Ginetta G4

To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 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 311 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 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 1960 Ginetta G4
Make Bristol Ginetta
Model Blenheim G4
Year Released 2000 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 445 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3360 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2050 mm


 

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