2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Bristol | Maybach |
Model | Blenheim | 62 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3830 mm |