2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 6 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 140 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | Blenheim | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 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 | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
