1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 McLaren MP4
To start off, both 1998 Bristol Blenheim and 1998 McLaren MP4 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren MP4 (790 HP @ 17000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1998 McLaren MP4.
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. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren MP4 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren MP4 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 | 1998 McLaren MP4 | |
| Make | Bristol | McLaren |
| Model | Blenheim | MP4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 17000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 600 kg |
