2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1994 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Alpina | Bristol |
| Model | B3 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
