2001 BMW M 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 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M 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 205 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 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 Weight | 1375 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 105 L |
