1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 16 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bristol | Bentley |
| Model | Blenheim | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2745 mm |
