1996 Alfa Romeo 145 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 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 145 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
