2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 449 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Bristol | Tata |
Model | Fighter | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |