2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Bristol Blenheim and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bristol Blenheim 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Bristol Mercedes-Benz
Model Blenheim C
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2660 mm


 

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