2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 596 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | Fighter | 305 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
