1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | F-450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4379 mm |