2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 640 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | Blenheim | FB Special |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |