2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1994 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Westfield ZEI. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1994 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1994 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Bristol | Westfield |
| Model | Blenheim | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
