1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 15 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, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 750 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |