1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 11 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 195 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | Blenheim | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2804 mm |
