1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 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 88 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 81 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, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Taurus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2868 mm |