2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord 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 216 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Accord 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 1999 Honda Accord
Make Bristol Honda
Model Blenheim Accord
Year Released 2003 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2720 mm


 

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