1996 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 714 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Cobra | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |