2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
