2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | Fighter | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |