1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 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 191 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 92 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | Blenheim | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |