2007 BMW 550 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 550 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |