2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP) has 611 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 590 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | Fighter | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
