1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 396 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |