1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 154 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Blenheim | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
