2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD 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 221 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | LTD |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |