1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
Make | Bristol | Tata |
Model | Blenheim | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |