2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 668 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | SSR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
