1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 659 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | 912 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
