1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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 68 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
