1983 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 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 262 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2005 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 316 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
