2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 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 500 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fighter | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2378 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 | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |