1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
