1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | Blenheim | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
