1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | Blenheim | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
