1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
