2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 320 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 975 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Prefect |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2220 mm |