1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 19 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | Blenheim | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
