2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
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 A8, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | A8 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |