1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 336 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | Blenheim | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |