2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Blenheim | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
