2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 314 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 786 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
| Model | Blenheim | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
