1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 571 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Blenheim | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |