1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim 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 114 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blenheim | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
