2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
