2009 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 14 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1995 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
