1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Bristol Blenheim 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Bristol Ferrari
Model Blenheim 500 Testarossa
Year Released 1994 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2260 mm


 

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