1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | Blenheim | Cayman |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2415 mm |