1998 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX 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 227 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Acura | Bristol |
Model | NSX | Fighter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |