1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2954 mm |
