2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 10 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 151 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | Fighter | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3122 mm |
