1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 155 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1998 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Blenheim | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
