1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2774 mm |
