1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Blenheim | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
