1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | Blenheim | A4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2809 mm |
