1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | Blenheim | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
