1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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 183 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |