1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 17 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Impala |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |
