2009 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2003 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M3 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
