1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 18 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | Blenheim | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |