2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bristol Blenheim 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Bristol Rolls-Royce
Model Blenheim Silver Seraph
Year Released 2002 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 5378 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 351 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2170 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3070 mm


 

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