2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |