1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | Blenheim | Defender |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |