2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Blenheim 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 160 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blenheim | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
