2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | Blenheim | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
