2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 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 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 125 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 640 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |