2003 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2000 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 520 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
