1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 874 kg more than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | Blenheim | Escalade |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |