2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 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 30 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M 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:
| 2001 BMW M | 2000 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
