1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
