2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 294 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fighter | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |