2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
