2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 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 205 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 45 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
Make | Bristol | Bristol |
Model | Blenheim | 603 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |