1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 16 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2416 mm |
