2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 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 607 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. 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 Renault 12, 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 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Fighter | 12 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
