1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Blenheim | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
