2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer 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 197 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
