1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
