2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Bristol | Maybach |
| Model | Blenheim | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3400 mm |
