1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 17 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50. 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, 2011 Volvo V50, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |
