1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6, 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Xedos |
| Model | Blenheim | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
