1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige 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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bristol | Lotus |
Model | Blenheim | Exige |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |