1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 173 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |