1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon 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 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | Blenheim | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
