2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
