2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.

Because 2003 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bristol Blenheim 2012 Toyota Camry
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim Camry
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5900 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 178 HP
Torque 529 Nm 230 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1447 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 64 L


 

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