1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB

To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 293 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.

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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
Make Bristol Ferrari
Model Blenheim 512 BB
Year Released 1996 1980
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5898 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 228 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2510 mm


 

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