1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 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 168 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 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:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2005 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Alpine | Bristol |
Model | V6 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |