2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. Both 2004 Bristol Blenheim and 1971 Chrysler Newport are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 169 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | Blenheim | Newport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
