1993 BMW 856 vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. 1999 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. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 856 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
