1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 662 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
