2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Blenheim | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
