2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 190 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
Model | Blenheim | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |