1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
