1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 149 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Blenheim | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
