2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 3 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 211 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 260 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
