2007 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
