2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2004 Bristol Fighter and 2004 Subaru Impreza 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Impreza. (316 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Impreza. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Fighter 2004 Subaru Impreza
Make Bristol Subaru
Model Fighter Impreza
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 660 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 787 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.6 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm


 

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