2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 222 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | Blenheim | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3053 mm |
