2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC 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 370 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | Fighter | MGC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
