1995 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim

To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 243 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.

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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2001 Bristol Blenheim
Make Acura Bristol
Model NSX Blenheim
Year Released 1995 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2910 mm


 

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