1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | Regal |
| 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 | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2738 mm |
