2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS are equipped with a 5,900 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 300 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (529 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | Blenheim | DBS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 510 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
