1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige 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 51 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 965 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Exige 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 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bristol | Lotus |
Model | Blenheim | Exige |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |