1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | Blenheim | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
