1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4379 mm |
