1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | Blenheim | XKR |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |