2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 BMW 630

To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 7 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 78 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bristol Blenheim 2009 BMW 630
Make Bristol BMW
Model Blenheim 630
Year Released 2002 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 351 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2750 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 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2790 mm


 

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