1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Dodge Ram

To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 324 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Bristol Blenheim 1998 Dodge Ram
Make Bristol Dodge
Model Blenheim Ram
Year Released 1994 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 3905 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 228 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2790 mm


 

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