2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 775 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4326 mm |