2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram 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 127 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Blenheim | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
