2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am 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 202 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 316 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | Blenheim | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |