2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 11 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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.
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2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | SLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |