1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Buick Estate | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | Blenheim | Estate |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |