2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1987 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Supra 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 149 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 183 kg more than 1987 Toyota Supra. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Supra. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Supra 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 1987 Toyota Supra
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim Supra
Year Released 2000 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 2952 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2730 mm


 

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