1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bristol Blenheim 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3240 mm |
