1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | Electra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
