2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 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 223 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 442 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | 49 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
