1996 BMW 735 vs. 1993 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1993 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 735 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
