1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. 1995 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
