2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | Blenheim | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |