2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 210 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Fighter | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |