1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ascari |
| Model | Blenheim | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2636 mm |
