2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 292 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Blenheim | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
