1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Blenheim | NSX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
