1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre 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 79 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
