2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 10 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 208 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 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 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | 318 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
