2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Fighter 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 357 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 50 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fighter | CLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |