2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 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. Both 2003 Bristol Blenheim and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 are equipped with a 5,900 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (529 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | Blenheim | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
