2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 94 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 108 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Blenheim 1993 Buick Roadmaster
Make Bristol Buick
Model Blenheim Roadmaster
Year Released 2004 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2950 mm


 

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