2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex 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 319 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Rex, 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | Blenheim | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
