2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 2004 Bristol Fighter and 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 325 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 64 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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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 (714 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fighter | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
