1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
