1992 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 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 377 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 85 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 525 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
