1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | Blenheim | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |