1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 86 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | Blenheim | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |