1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Lumina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |