1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
