2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Blenheim | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |
