2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 49 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Blenheim | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
