2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord 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 297 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Blenheim | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
