1972 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 206 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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 Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 3 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
