2009 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2005 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 118 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
