1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 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 280 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Bristol | Smart |
| Model | Blenheim | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1867 mm |
