2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1960 Steyr 500

To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 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 331 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1960 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Bristol Blenheim 1960 Steyr 500
Make Bristol Steyr
Model Blenheim 500
Year Released 2001 1960
Engine Size 5898 cc 489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 486 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 1850 mm


 

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