1993 BMW 856 vs. 1993 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, both 1993 BMW 856 and 1993 Bristol Blenheim were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1993 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 856 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |