2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 222 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Fighter | S60 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |