1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2007 Ford Freestar, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestar. (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Freestar |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |