1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Blenheim | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
