2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2004 Bristol Fighter and 2004 Volvo V50 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 500 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. 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, 2004 Volvo V50, 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50. 2004 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | Fighter | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |