2007 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A3 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
