2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | F-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |