1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2000 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2000 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | Z1 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
