2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Caprice |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |