2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Continental GT | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
