2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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 601 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Fighter | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
