2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 13 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2933 mm |
