1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
