2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 280 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Bristol | Triumph |
Model | Blenheim | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |