2009 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1999 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 750 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1950 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |