1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | Virage | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 787 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
