1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
