2001 Bristol Project Fighter vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Project Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Project Fighter would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Project Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Bristol Project Fighter.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bristol Project Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2001 Bristol Project Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Project Fighter | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Project Fighter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
