2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 459 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | Fighter | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90.3 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 | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |