1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 606 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
Model | Blenheim | Guara |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |