1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 63 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 372 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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | Blenheim | Acadia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |