1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore 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 129 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Blenheim | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| 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 | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
