1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 116 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |