2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. 2003 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 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 | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | F40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
