2006 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
