1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | Blenheim | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
