2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Fighter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (714 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fighter | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
