2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 116 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 461 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fighter | CLS |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
