2008 BMW 745 vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 11 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 745 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
