2004 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
