1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | Bristol | Daimler |
Model | Blenheim | 4.2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |