1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 81 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | Blenheim | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2837 mm |