2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 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 512 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. 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, 1999 Rover 75, 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 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | Fighter | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
