1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 14 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 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 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | 528 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2888 mm |
