2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | Blenheim | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |