2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blenheim | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
