1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | Viano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |