2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat 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 586 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat, 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 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fighter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
