2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | 350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |