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. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 20 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). 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 | 5898 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
