2006 BMW 130 vs. 1995 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1995 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 130 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
