1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | Blenheim | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |