2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Nissan 1400

To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.

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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bristol Blenheim 2007 Nissan 1400
Make Bristol Nissan
Model Blenheim 1400
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2310 mm


 

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