1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo 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 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. 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, 1993 Seat Toledo, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | Blenheim | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
