2005 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 9 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, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
