1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | Blenheim | Viper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
