2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
