1986 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 730 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
