2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vector M12 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2001 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vector M12 weights approximately 155 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2001 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Bristol | Vector |
| Model | Fighter | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
