2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6207 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |