1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | Virage | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |