2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Fighter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Bristol | Zenvo |
| Model | Fighter | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3055 mm |
