2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK 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 350 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 557 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Bristol | Daimler |
| Model | Fighter | DK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
