1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 136 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
Model | Blenheim | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |