2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Bristol Fighter and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 311 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo V50, 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50. 2003 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2003 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2003 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Fighter | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |