1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 850 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Bristol | Marcos |
Model | Blenheim | Mantula |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |