2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bristol Blenheim 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | Blenheim | Speedster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |