2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 830 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Blenheim | Drover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
