2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blenheim | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |