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 |