1981 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 144 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 745 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
