1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 10 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, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 18 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Blenheim | Legend |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
