2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 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 380 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2003 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Fighter | 850 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
