2006 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 10 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1996 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
