2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius 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 279 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
