1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | Blenheim | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2941 mm |