2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 12 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 39 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 75 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 6 series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2856 mm |