2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 291 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 665 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Ford 17 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | 17 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |