1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2000 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S8 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
