2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | Blenheim | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3064 mm |