2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 291 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 251 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Fighter | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
