2009 BMW 130 vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 130 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 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 |
