2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 502 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 144 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 Toyota Camry, 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry. 2009 Toyota Camry 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. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Fighter 2009 Toyota Camry
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Fighter Camry
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 660 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 787 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2780 mm


 

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