2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 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 211 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
