1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 14 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 216 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2911 mm |
