2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane 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 257 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Fighter | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
