2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 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 227 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 876 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Bristol | Morgan |
Model | Blenheim | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |