2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 230 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | 550 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2969 mm |
