1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 9 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 240 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Blenheim | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
