1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 19 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, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 335 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |