1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | Verano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
