2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Bristol Blenheim were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | A3 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |