1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 962 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | Blenheim | Discovery |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |