1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 4 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | Blenheim | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
