1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Blenheim | GS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
