2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental 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 443 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 1998 Lincoln Continental, 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Continental. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
Model | Fighter | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |