2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1985 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1985 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | Blenheim | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
