2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Ford GT 40. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40. 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford GT 40. (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Fighter | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |