2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 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 177 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2000 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | Blenheim | Thesis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |