2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 363 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | 220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |