2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | Blenheim | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2711 mm |