2000 Acura TL vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TL | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
