1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 9 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. Both 1993 Bristol Blenheim and 2002 Bristol Blenheim are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Bristol | Bristol |
Model | Blenheim | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |