1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bristol Blenheim 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Blenheim | XLR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
