2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
