1984 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
