1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 12 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 23 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | Blenheim | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2797 mm |