2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
