2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 147 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.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bristol | Bugatti |
| Model | Blenheim | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
