2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 300 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | Blenheim | Riviera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |