2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | Blenheim | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2992 mm |