2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
