1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 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 243 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 174 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 540 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 105 L |