2001 Bristol Project Fighter vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2001 Bristol Project Fighter and 2001 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Project Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Project Fighter (400 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Project Fighter should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Project Fighter weights approximately 618 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Project Fighter, 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, 2001 Bristol Project Fighter (712 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Bristol Project Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Project Fighter | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bristol | Lotus |
Model | Project Fighter | Exige |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 780 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |