1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 178 kg more than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | Blenheim | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
