2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 465 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Fighter | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
