2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 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) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 755 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
