1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2875 mm |
