2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 207 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Fighter | 335 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 57 L |