1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Blenheim | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2980 mm |