2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator 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 (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Fighter | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
