2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |