1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 60 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
Model | Blenheim | 505 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |