2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, both 2005 Bristol Blenheim and 2005 Acura CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Acura CL | |
Make | Bristol | Acura |
Model | Blenheim | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |