2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. 2001 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
