1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 6 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV 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 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Bristol | Panoz |
| Model | Blenheim | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
