2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | Blenheim | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
