2004 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 525 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
