2004 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 316 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
