2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1998 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 9 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1998 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | Convertible | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
