1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| 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 | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
