2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 5 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, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 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 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | M5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2888 mm |
