2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS 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 145 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Blenheim | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
