1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 85 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Bristol | Luxgen |
Model | Blenheim | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1768 mm |