1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Toyota XYR

To start off, both 1999 Bristol Blenheim and 1999 Toyota XYR were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 170 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. 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, 1999 Toyota XYR, 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bristol Blenheim 1999 Toyota XYR
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim XYR
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2680 mm


 

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