1981 BMW 628 vs. 1994 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 276 kg more than 1981 BMW 628. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1994 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 628 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
