1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |