2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 157 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 310 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | SLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |