2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur 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 197 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 97 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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
Model | Blenheim | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |