2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | Blenheim | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3800 mm |
