2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 499 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
Model | Fighter | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |