2008 BMW 130 vs. 2002 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 6 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2002 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 130 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
