2005 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1994 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 318 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
