2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 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 172 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V90 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 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | V90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
