1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 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 11 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
Model | Blenheim | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |