2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 330 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 837 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fighter | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
