1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M

To start off, both 1995 Bristol Blenheim and 1995 Ferrari 512 M were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.

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 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M
Make Bristol Ferrari
Model Blenheim 512 M
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5896 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 228 HP 423 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2560 mm


 

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