2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega 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 250 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Blenheim | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
