1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Blenheim | C5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
