1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
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 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 928. (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 928. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 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 Bristol Blenheim | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | Blenheim | 928 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |