2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 738 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | Blenheim | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
