1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 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 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
