1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1995 Honda Accord

To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord 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 97 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord 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 1995 Honda Accord
Make Bristol Honda
Model Blenheim Accord
Year Released 1996 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2730 mm