2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO 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 295 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac GTO.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | Fighter | GTO |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |