2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | Blenheim | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2416 mm |