1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 58 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |