2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone 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 592 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone, 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | Fighter | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |