2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 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 313 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 355 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Daimler |
| Model | Fighter | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
