2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra 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 197 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1977 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | Blenheim | Electra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |