2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 55 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | Blenheim | Mondial |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |