1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
