2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 7 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 302 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Fighter | 125 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |