1991 BMW 518 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 518 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 114 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 585 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 518 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:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 518 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
