2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | GL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3076 mm |