2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster 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 320 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | Fighter | Speedster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |