2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 5, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
