1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 17 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 194 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | CLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2875 mm |
