2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Bristol | Reliant |
Model | Blenheim | Regal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1940 mm |