2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |