1998 BMW 728 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 1 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 160 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 728 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
