2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |