1996 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
