2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
