2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 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 249 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 655 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | Blenheim | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
