2000 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
