1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 121 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | 560 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
