2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 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 406 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. 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 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Bristol | Morgan |
Model | Fighter | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |