1996 BMW 535 vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 535 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
