2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 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 280 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Blenheim | 343 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |