1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | Blenheim | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
