1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 499 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
Model | Blenheim | Elantra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |