2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Samsung SM5. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Samsung |
| Model | Blenheim | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
