2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (529 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | Blenheim | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 42 L |
