2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 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 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | Blenheim | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2761 mm |
