2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet 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 270 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 516 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | Blenheim | Comet |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |