2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 182 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
Model | Blenheim | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |