2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 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 222 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Fighter | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
