2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century 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 193 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 25 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
