2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2824 mm |