2001 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 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 412 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A3 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |
