2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 9 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 230 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | 116 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
