2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2013 Volvo C70, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Blenheim | C70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |