2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1395 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 (529 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 129 L |
