2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
