2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Blenheim. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
