2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |