2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor 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 315 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Bristol | Morris |
Model | Blenheim | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |