1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, both 1996 Bristol Blenheim and 1996 Plymouth Breeze were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 1996 Plymouth Breeze
Make Bristol Plymouth
Model Blenheim Breeze
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2750 mm


 

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