2004 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2005 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2005 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 7992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 105 L |
