1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Blenheim | 350Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |