2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 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 383 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 212 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, 2002 Citroen C8, 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | Fighter | C8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 47 L |