2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 208 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 832 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | Fighter | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 98 L |