2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Blenheim | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3290 mm |
