2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Arnage | Blenheim |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 2655 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2910 mm |