1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 244 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Blenheim | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
