2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bristol Blenheim 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 198 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Blenheim | Frontier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |