2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 424 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 521 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Fighter | Torana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
