1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy 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 20 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | Blenheim | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
