1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 74 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |