2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 168 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | Blenheim | Monaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |