2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Blenheim | LFA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2605 mm |
