1993 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 BMW M5. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M5 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |